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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

S3 TOJMOT history

S3 TOJ is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 1 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 109,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

S3 TOJ black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
109,506 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 TOJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
1 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 TOJ was last recorded at 109,506 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 438 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,068 miles · 19 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
438 miles
Average per year
8,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,506 miles
  • 2025 – 98,004 miles
  • 2024 – 92,965 miles
  • 2023 – 87,576 miles
  • 2022 – 78,813 miles
  • 2021 – 70,470 miles
  • 2019 – 59,282 miles
  • 2018 – 49,802 miles
  • 2017 – 41,254 miles
  • 2016 – 32,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,506 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s & o/s

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60H17 99H

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 26 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,506 miles (+438)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    109,506 miles
    Test number
    652982129460
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s & o/s

  2. Fail109,068 miles (+11,064)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,068 miles
    Test number
    797713399957
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play and dust cover slightly damage (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass98,004 miles (+5,039)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    98,004 miles
    Test number
    514631635334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass92,965 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    92,965 miles
    Test number
    835508438853
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail92,965 miles (+5,389)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,965 miles
    Test number
    548719318028
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass87,576 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    87,576 miles
    Test number
    952432757253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail87,576 miles (+8,763)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,576 miles
    Test number
    199556892697
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass78,813 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    78,813 miles
    Test number
    520507969968
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60H17 99H (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail78,793 miles (+8,323)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,793 miles
    Test number
    401166820381
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high Corrected (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch stiff
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60H17 99H (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass70,470 miles (+11,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    70,470 miles
    Test number
    250338393552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass59,282 miles (+9,480)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,282 miles
    Test number
    912094430356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,802 miles (+8,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    49,802 miles
    Test number
    592037739522
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking in the treads

  13. Pass41,254 miles (+9,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    41,254 miles
    Test number
    791103545809
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass32,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    32,039 miles
    Test number
    390437795298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 TOJ

Does S3 TOJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 TOJ is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 TOJ?
The MOT on S3 TOJ is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 TOJ done?
S3 TOJ was recorded at 109,506 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 8,147 miles a year.
Has S3 TOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 TOJ has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 TOJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S3 TOJ find?
S3 TOJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside track rod end ball joint has slight play; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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